The leisure sector is a long-standing user of decorative column casings from Encasement and as these buildings usually need to deal with large volumes of people in foyers, reception areas, café bars and fitness suites, column casings must be highly... View Article

Nick Bratt, National Technical Sales Manager at tile adhesive manufacturer Palace Chemicals says that the exterior porcelain tile sector provides a popular design opportunity for architects, but correct installation is key to achieving a good result. The 20mm thick exterior... View Article

It has now been over two years since Biodiversity Net Gain (BNG) became mandatory in England, and Meadfleet continues to work closely with housing developers to support the successful delivery and long-term management of on-site habitats. Meadfleet’s specialist Ecology Team... View Article

With the emphasis on creating beautiful and sustainable spaces, Forbo Flooring Systems is delighted to once again be opening the doors of its EC1 showroom for Clerkenwell Design Week (CDW), where the manufacturer will be showcasing its range of low... View Article

In nursery and early years settings, door hardware plays a critical role in safeguarding. Beyond basic security, doors must prevent children from leaving unnoticed, restrict unauthorised access from outside and maintain fully compliant emergency escape at all times. FUHR’s autosafe... View Article

Recently redeveloped, the Sutton Life Centre is a vibrant community and education hub in South London, offering a blend of learning, leisure, and civic facilities. TORMAX was contracted to work with façade specialist Sealtite Windows, alongside main contractor Thomas Sinden,... View Article

AG, a Tyrone headquartered, manufacturer of low carbon paving and building products, has launched Heathfield, a new clay‑like concrete brick range designed to challenge long‑held assumptions about what brick should be. Developed in response to growing pressure on traditional clay... View Article

A thinner, stronger and 30% lighter alternative to chipboard that has no added formaldehyde and is high on performance. Introducing SMARTPLY MAX DB, our NEW easy-to-install, tongue and groove panel with built-in durability and sustainability. SMARTPLY MAX DB installed in... View Article

Widely installed to cover exterior services, such as gas supply and low carbon distributed heating system pipes, UK Boxings’ tough metal pipe boxing is also used to conceal pipework and systems associated with ground source or air source heat pumps. Bespoke manufactured... View Article

Leading ventilation manufacturer Vent-Axia has welcomed the Future Homes Standard, alongside the publication of new Approved Document Part F (Means of Ventilation) of the Building Regulations, and Part L (Conservation of Fuel and Power), as “a significant step on the... View Article

Garador has launched its new website, delivering an improved digital experience for customers and partners. The redesigned site introduces a more modern look and feel, alongside enhanced navigation to help users access key information quickly and easily. With a strong... View Article

Modern Methods of Construction (MMC) has been gathering momentum across the UK for some years now, and the reasons are well understood. Faster programmes, reduced site labour, better quality control and more predictable outcomes. For architects, MMC also offers something... View Article

Following the success of its industry-leading floor levelling compounds, Setcrete has launched a new tile adhesives and grout range. Backed by the company’s reputation for high quality products and proven performance, Setcrete tile adhesives and grouts are aimed at building... View Article

CASE STUDY LEISURE INTERIOR DESIGN AND BUILD: SPACE SOLUTIONS LOCATION: EDINBURGH, SCOTLAND The National Galleries Scotland: Portrait in Edinburgh, a grand, neo-gothic listed building, offers visitors a journey through the country’s past and present with a remarkable collection of paintings,... View Article

National interior building products distributor CCF has joined forces with manufacturer supply chain partners British Gypsum and Isover to highlight the growing importance of accurate carbon data within the construction supply chain. Held at the Saint Gobain Solutions Centre on... View Article

Agrément certified compliant sustainable solutions satisfying Building Regulations, NHBC & LABC directives form part of the extensive range of protective preformed cavity trays from Cavity Trays Ltd. Claiming the longest-established proven track record unmatched by other tray specialist, the company... View Article

The EJOT CROSSFIX façade support system has enabled Kovara Projects to securely and efficiently install a complex timber cladding feature as part of the construction of a large new building at the Harwell Science and Innovation Campus. The system, which... View Article

Target Timber Systems goes beyond traditional timber‑frame supply by providing a complete technical and design support package for Architects and Building Designers. Their offer includes not only timber‑frame drawings and structural calculations, but also U‑value modelling, thermal‑bridging assessments, fire‑performance evidence,... View Article

Building at the heart of Lancaster University’s decarbonisation uses Magply boards. A university ranked in the top 25 of sustainable UK universities is using Magply’s fire-resistant roofing boards on its latest project to help it achieve Carbon Net Zero from... View Article

A new self-adhered interface membrane from Proctor Group, built on the same Wraptite® adhesive technology trusted on projects worldwide for over 15 years, has been launched. Proctor Group continues to expand its facade system offer with the launch of Wrapseal,... View Article